Firstory
8.8#1 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $7 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitFirstory vs Hello Audio
Hello Audio
6.6#49 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $14 a monthAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Firstory | Hello Audio |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics level | advanced | advanced |
| Directory distribution | major directories | manual submission |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Monetization tools | Dynamic ads, memberships, subscriptions, and donations are supported with transparent payouts. | Yes |
| Paid from | 7 | 14 |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Video podcast support | Yes | Yes |
Firstory plans
- Firstory FreeFree
- Firstory Lite$7 a month
- Firstory Pro$15 a month
- Firstory Enterprise$159 a month
Hello Audio plans
- Starter$14 a month
- Pro$39 a month
- Powerhouse$81 a month
Pick Firstory if…
Firstory suits podcast creators who want publishing, distribution, analytics, and monetization tools in one platform. The free plan may suit a single-show creator, while Pro analytics metrics require a higher plan.
Pick Hello Audio if…
Hello Audio suits creators who need to host public or private podcasts and want analytics or monetization tools. It may also fit creators publishing video podcasts who can handle manual directory submissions.